Vista, CA – May 4, 2024 – The 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer was observed with reverence and unity on May 2, 2024, at the Memorial Flagpole located on the intersection of S. Citrus and E. Broadway in Downtown Vista. Organized by a coalition of local churches and community leaders, this year’s event gathered approximately 150+ attendees under the theme “Lift up the Word, Lift up the World.”
The evening commenced with a Worship session by Restore Church at 5:40 PM, setting the tone for the proceedings. Pastor Frank Keeler from Lifeway Baptist Church welcomed participants with an Opening Prayer and read a Proclamation from the City of Vista, officially recognizing
May 2, 2024, as the National Day of Prayer in the city of Vista.
The Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Vista High School Air Force JROTC followed by a moving rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner” performed by Ben Williams & Noelle Marie Kerr from Lighthouse Players.
Throughout the event, prayers were offered for various areas of society, such as, Our Government, First Responders & Military, Community & Culture, and Churches & Spiritual Awakening. This included specifically praying in unity for the City of Vista, families, business community, and the homeless population. Local churches led worship sessions, underscoring the significance of collective faith in fostering community resilience.
The event garnered support from numerous churches and local organizations, including:
● Templa La Hermosa
● Lighthouse North County
● The Abbey
● Vista Assembly of God
● Vista Assembly of God Spanish Congregation
● Pathway Health Clinic
● 180 Faith Ministries
● Restore Church
● Calvary Vista
● Calvary Vista Spanish Congregation
● Parkside
● Vista Christian Fellowship
● North County Christian Life Center
● Lifeway Baptist
The River Church
Special gratitude was extended to Pastor Frank Keeler, along with all participating pastors and community leaders for their unwavering commitment to fostering unity and spiritual upliftment in the city of Vista.
The organizers expressed their sincere appreciation to VHS Air Force JROTC, Lighthouse Players, and The City of Vista for their invaluable contributions to the success of this year’s National Day of Prayer.
Mark your calendars for Vista’s 2025 National Day of Prayer Service, which will take place on May 1st, 2025. If you would like to be part of next years event, reach out to Pastor Frank Keeler to inquire about participation opportunities.
Pastor Frank Keeler Lifeway Baptist Church Phone: (760) 724-2280
Email: PastorFrank@LifewayChurchVista.com
